Okafuto Shrine
岡太神社
Okafuto Shrine is an ancient site for unique rituals and Noh play connections.
What it is
- Oldest shrine among 14 in the former Imadate District.
- Associated with the Noh play 'Hanakatami'.
- Main deities are Taketsunumi-no-mikoto, Kunisatsuchi-no-mikoto, and Ōnamuchi-no-mikoto.
- Rebuilt in 1902 after a fire.
What to see
- Ichino-torii gate.
- Haiden (worship hall).
- Mikoshiden (portable shrine hall).
- Honden (main sanctuary).
When to go
- Horai-shi ritual is held annually on February 11.
- Horai-shi ritual began about 1500 years ago.
- Ichimatsu festival is a currency exchange ritual.
- Tokunichi-mairi is a prayer for health and safety.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
福井県越前市粟田部町19-3 Open in Google Maps
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